Kolkata: Coal India Limited (CIL) organised a walkathon at its Corporate Office in Kolkata as part of the inaugural ceremony of Vigilance Awareness Week (VAW) 2026. The initiative highlighted the importance of ethical conduct, transparency and accountability in promoting good governance and sustainable prosperity.
The walkathon was flagged off by Coal India Limited Chairman B. Sairam in the presence of Director (Marketing and HR—Additional Charge) Mukesh Choudhary, Director (Technical) Achyut Ghatak, and Chief Vigilance Officer Brajesh Kumar Tripathy.
Walkathon Highlights Commitment to Ethical Governance
Organised as part of the Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 inauguration, the walkathon aimed to reinforce awareness of integrity and ethical practices in organisational functioning. The initiative reflected the company’s commitment to fostering a culture of honesty, responsibility and transparency across its operations.
The event was held under the theme ‘Probity for Prosperity’, highlighting the role of ethical conduct and accountability in achieving long-term organisational and national development goals.
‘Probity for Prosperity’ Theme Emphasises Integrity
The theme ‘Probity for Prosperity’ underscores the importance of maintaining high standards of integrity and ethical behaviour in public institutions and workplaces. Through the walkathon, Coal India reiterated that transparency, accountability and responsible decision-making are essential for building trust and ensuring sustainable growth.
The initiative also formed part of the broader observance of Vigilance Awareness Week, which seeks to promote vigilance consciousness and encourage ethical practices in public life and institutional governance.
By organising the walkathon at its Kolkata Corporate Office, Coal India reaffirmed its focus on strengthening ethical governance and embedding integrity into its organisational culture.
Senior Leadership Participates in Walkathon
The participation of Coal India’s senior leadership reflected the organisation’s focus on embedding vigilance and ethical values into its working culture.
The Walkathon served as a platform to reinforce the message that transparency, accountability and integrity are central to responsible administration and the company’s pursuit of prosperity.
Through initiatives such as Vigilance Awareness Week, Coal India continues to emphasise the importance of ethical practices and a strong commitment to good governance.
About Coal India Limited
Coal India Limited (CIL) is a Maharatna public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. Headquartered in Kolkata, the company is one of the world’s largest coal producers and plays a key role in meeting India’s energy requirements. CIL operates through multiple subsidiaries and contributes significantly to the country’s coal production, power generation and industrial development.
